pain relief extra strength by CVS Pharmacy

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CVS Pharmacy, Inc. Pain Relief Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Acetaminophen 500 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

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temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:

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the common cold

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headache

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backache

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minor pain of arthritis

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toothache

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muscular aches

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premenstrual and menstrual cramps

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temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

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if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days

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fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days

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new symptoms occur

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redness or swelling is present

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions

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do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)

adults and children 12 years and over

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take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last

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do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

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